Heinrich Harrer
What’s inside
The White Spider recounts the harrowing stories of climbers attempting the North Face of the Eiger, a notorious Alpine peak.
You’ll Learn
- Inspiration from the perseverance of climbers
- Insights into mountaineering history and techniques
- Understanding of the risks and rewards of climbing
- Appreciation for human courage and determination
Key Points
- The lure of the Eiger
- Early attempts and tragedies
- The 1938 ascent
- Tactics and challenges faced by climbers
- The role of the White Spider ice-field
- Later expeditions and their fates
Who’s it For
- Mountaineers
- Adventure enthusiasts
- History buffs
- Non-fiction readers
About the author
Heinrich Harrer was an Austrian mountaineer, sportsman, geographer, and author, best known for his books ‘Seven Years in Tibet’ and ‘The White Spider’.